In the right hand, the AWP is the most deadly weapon in Counter-Strike 2. Here is a list of the best-looking AWP skins you can find in CS2.
The Arctic Warfare Police or AWP is a bolt-action sniper rifle featured in Counter-Strike 2. This iconic rifle is the only weapon that is capable of killing an opponent with one single shot on the upper body. As a result, AWP plays a significant role in controlling a game’s overall outcome. However, the high damage output is balanced by the AWP’s low rate of fire and significantly higher cost to buy in-game.
The AWP was a version intended for use by law enforcement as opposed to the military. It was it was previously known as the Magnum Sniper Rifle. It has the highest kill potential in CS2 if you can manage the cost of $4750. Therefore, it is considered a “high risk, high reward” weapon.
Like every other weapon in the game, CS2 also offers a vast pool of AWP skins featuring different color schemes or patterns. So, it can be confusing for you to choose the right AWP skin. Therefore, in this article, we will be listing the ten best AWP skins currently available in CS2.
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How Many AWP Skins are There in CS2?
As of January 2024, a total of 39 AWP skins are available in CS2. Among them, 15 Covert, 10 Classified, 8 Restricted, 4 Mil-Spec, and 2 Industrial Grade skins are there.
Top 10 Best AWP Skins in CS2
Now, we’ll list our top 10 AWP skins that are available in CS2 right now, excluding Industrial and Consumer Grade. Note that the ranking is entirely based on our opinion and the visual appeal of the skins. Additionally, we also considered the popularity of the skins. Moreover, we prioritized how the skin looks over the price and wear. So, a better-looking, inexpensive skin can be placed at a higher rank than an expensive one.
However, the tier list is entirely subjective. The likeness and appeal of a skin may vary from person to person. So, this is a personalized recommendation to guide you in choosing your favorite AWP skin.
10. Boom
| Title | Description |
|---|---|
| Release Date | August 14, 2013 |
| Available in | eSports 2013 Case |
| Price for Normal variants | $93.95 – $466.99 |
| Price for StatTrack | $222.23 – $1,153.31 |
If you like your skins in vibrant colors, you will like Boom. It is also like a souvenir for comic book fans. The whole skin is painted with vibrant orange and adorned with various speech bubbles – “BOOM!”, “BLAM!”, “POW!” and “CRACK!”. Just like you read it when your favorite superhero fights in your favorite comic book story.
9. Gungnir
| Title | Description |
|---|---|
| Release Date | November 18, 2019 |
| Available in | The Norse Collection |
| Price for Normal variants | $9,050.00 – $12,500.00 |
| Price for StatTrack | N/A |
In Norse Mythology, ”Gungnir” is the name of the spear of God Odin. It is known for never missing the target. The inspiration is clearly seen from the painted blue spear on the skin. When you hold a Gungnir, it will remind you of the spear of God Odin and inspire you to be an AWPer who never misses.
8. Atheris
| Title | Description |
|---|---|
| Release Date | October 30, 2018 |
| Available in | Prisma Case |
| Price for Normal variants | $1.51 – $12.92 |
| Price for StatTrack | $5.14 – $43.36 |
Atheris is on the cheaper side compared to any other skins on this list. However, don’t judge the skin by its price. With its lucrative color pattern and unique art style, you will just be amazed by its look in-game. The body of the rifle is painted black and adorned with an image of an African tree viper named ”Atheris”.
7. Graphite
| Title | Description |
|---|---|
| Release Date | September 19, 2013 |
| Available in | Operation Bravo Case |
| Price for Normal variants | $180.00 – $188.92 |
| Price for StatTrack | $492.12 – $497.19 |
You may think of Graphite as a simple-looking skin at first glance. While you inspect it in-game, it is when the magic happens. The combination of geometric patterns of polygons made in various shades of gray results in an elegant-looking AWP skin in your hand. With the updated lighting and rendering of CS2, you will find AWP Graphite to look even better than before.
6. Wildfire
| Title | Description |
|---|---|
| Release Date | October 18, 2019 |
| Available in | CS20 Case |
| Price for Normal variants | $34.27 – $157.67 |
| Price for StatTrack | $84.00 – $451.83 |
Just like the name, Wildfire has a flame design engraved on it. You will see an image of a fiery dragon made in a yellow-orange color. It is the best skin to have when you are hitting all your AWP shots and your teammates shout, “You are on fire !”
5. Oni Taiji
| Title | Description |
|---|---|
| Release Date | May 23, 2017 |
| Available in | Operation Hydra Case |
| Price for Normal variants | $254.22 – $603.09 |
| Price for StatTrack | $450.00 – $1,089.05 |
Oni Taiji incorporates elements from Japanese folklore. In Japanese, ”Oni” means demon. Oni Taiji refers to the extermination of demons. You will find the scene of a Japanese samurai fighting against a demon with his sword. Inspecting the skin, you can imagine yourself in the place of that brave Samurai. Just in place of his sword, you have your AWP.
4. Neo-Noir
| Title | Description |
|---|---|
| Release Date | December 7, 2018 |
| Available in | Danger Zone Case |
| Price for Normal variants | $22.97 – $36.36 |
| Price for StatTrack | $53.17 – $101.63 |
If you are a fan of the old-school comic art style, you are certain to be fond of AWP Neo-Noir. The body of the rifle is adorned with an image of two girls drawn in Neo-Noir comic style. The primary colors of the Neo-Noir skin are black and white, creating a high-contrast appearance. This will give you a vibe of classic black-and-white detective films.
3. Desert Hydra
| Title | Description |
|---|---|
| Release Date | September 22, 2021 |
| Available in | The 2021 Mirage Collection |
| Price for Normal variants | $1,650.00 – $1,999.99 |
| Price forStatTrack | $1,249.00 – $1,932.42 |
Hydra is a sea monster with multiple heads. It is referred to in Greek legend. Desert Hydra skin will help you reminisce stories from Greek mythology. As per the name, it has the image of a hydra with numerous heads pointed towards the barrel. For fusion, the creator made it a desert theme, a foreseen look of Hydra if you would find them in deserts instead of the sea.
2. Dragon Lore
| Title | Description |
|---|---|
| Release Date | July 1, 2014 |
| Available in | The Cobblestone Collection |
| Price for Normal variants | $4,100.00 – $13,000.00 |
| Price for StatTrack | N/A |
AWP Dragon Lore holds an iconic place among all the skins in the Counter-Strike franchise. You would only see this skin rarely as it is not dropped anymore. This is regarded as a collector’s skin as it is one of the highest-priced skins. So, if you can get your hold on to one, consider yourself lucky.
1. Asiimov
| Title | Description |
|---|---|
| Release Date | February 20, 2014 |
| Available in | Operation Phoenix Weapon Case |
| Price for Normal variants | $80.10 – $149.09 |
| Price for Stattracks | $154.99 – $308.75 |
AWP Asiimov is a skin that needs no introduction. If you are an AWPer, it is highly likely that you are a fan of the prime KennyS. If you are, you have seen the iconic clips with Asiimov. Though multiple other weapons also have Asiimov skins now, it all started with AWP Asiimov. No matter how old the skin is, holding an AWP Asiimov, you can never go out of style.
Final Verdict
Counter-Strike 2 has a huge selection of AWP skins. Naturally, it is impossible to include all of them in our top ten list. However, that shouldn’t stop you from choosing your own weapon skin despite its rarity, price, and look.
In any case, our top ten AWP skin list will set a general benchmark and give you a basic idea of what skin to go after, allowing you to choose something that suits your tastes.
Because Valve consistently adds new skins to the game, we will update our list as new skins are added.
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